Caprice V6-229 3.8L VIN 9 2-bbl (1983)
Steering Column: Service and Repair
Ignition Lock Cylinder
Fig. 1 Ignition lock installation
1.
Remove steering wheel as described under Horn Sounder and Steering Wheel.
2.
Remove turn signal switch as described under Turn Signal Switch, Replace, then remove buzzer switch.
3.
Place ignition switch in ``Run'' position, then remove lock cylinder retaining screw and lock cylinder.
4.
On 1987---88 Corvette, cut wire at lock cylinder assembly, then attach remaining wire extending from steering column cover to back of connector
body of new lock cylinder. Pull original wire through column while feeding through new wire.
5.
On all models, install by rotating lock cylinder to stop while holding housing, Fig. 1. Align cylinder key with keyway in housing, then push lock
cylinder assembly into housing until fully seated.
6.
Install lock cylinder retaining screw. Torque screw to 35 in. lbs.
7.
Install buzzer switch, turn signal switch and steering wheel.
